Yo-Yo Ma, cello
Annual Dallas Morse Coors Legacy Concert
Yo-Yo Ma, cello
Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 7:30 p.m.
Music Center at Strathmore
Experience an evening of profound music making with Yo-Yo Ma, the world-renowned cellist and longtime Washington Performing Arts collaborator, celebrated for his expressive artistry and deep connection to the music he performs. In this rare solo recital, Ma invites audiences into an intimate musical journey, showcasing works that span the breadth of the cello repertoire. Juxtaposing Bach suites alongside works by contemporary composers he has championed through his solo career, and as the founder of The Silk Road Project, Ma’s performances are known to transcend mere technical mastery, offering listeners a glimpse into the soul of the music. The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette notes “Yo-Yo Ma’s playing captivates the ear and charms the imagination,” highlighting the emotional power and integrity he brings to each piece. This performance is the second-annual Dallas Morse Coors Legacy Concert – a yearly recital celebrating artists who create lasting cultural impact, connecting generations through the universal language of music. Don’t miss this opportunity to witness a true cello virtuoso at the height of his craft.
Program Details
Zhao Jiping – Summer in the High Grasslands
J.S. Bach – Suite No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007
Ahmet Adnan Saygun – Allegretto from Partita No. 1, Op. 31
J.S. Bach – Suite No. 5 in C minor, BWV 1011
George Crumb – Sonata for Solo Cello
J.S. Bach – Suite No. 6 in D Major, BWV 1012
Our Partners
This performance is made possible in part by the generous support of the following sponsors: Susan S. Angell; Dr. Mark Cinnamon and Ms. Doreen Kelly; and Ellen and Michael Gold.
Washington Performing Arts’s classical music performances this season are made possible in part through the generous support of Betsy and Robert Feinberg.
Special thanks to the following lead supporters of Washington Performing Arts’s mission-driven work: Jacqueline Badger Mars and Mars, Incorporated; D.C. Commission on the Arts and Humanities; the National Capital Arts and Cultural Affairs Program and the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts; The Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation; and Events DC.
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